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Maweni bows out after glittering career

After an illustrious career spanning over nine years, SPAR Proteas veteran player, Phumza Maweni, has decided to call time on her playing days. Maweni started playing professional netball at the age of 28 and has gone on to achieve a lot of success for herself on the court. Having started off playing for the Southern Stings in the then Brutal Fruit Netball League (now the Telkom Netball League), Maweni played […]

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“People want somebody to blame,” DJ Sbu breaks silence on Zahara’s death

Sbusiso Leope, better known as DJ Sbu, has broken his silence following the death of Zahara. The co-founder of TS Records and visionary behind the discovery of the musician has come under fire since Monday, following news of the 36-year-old's sudden death. Since her passing, the singer's claims about alleged unpaid royalties from the record label, worth millions, have resurfaced online.Social media users have had mixed reactions, with some people […]

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#Januworry | Yires urged not to overspend this holiday season

Amid the temptation to spare no expense this holiday season, economists have warned young people to do themselves a favour and not spend more than what they can afford. Chief Economist at Econometrix, Dr Azar Jammine, has urged young people to reserve money for emergencies. He advises them to make provision for the essentials first, before splurging on luxury items.   The economist has also cautioned young people against not […]

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UN resolution on Gaza cautiously welcomed

The adoption of the resolution demanding an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in the war-torn Gaza Strip by the United General Assembly has been welcomed across the world. One hundred and 53 member states voted in favour of the resolution, 10 countries, including the United States (US) and Israel, voted against it  - while 23 countries abstained. The meeting, which was called by Egypt and Mauritania's representatives, convened yesterday after the US […]

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Coetzee, Hendricks guide Proteas to victory against India

Reeza Hendricks’ attacking intent with the bat together with three wickets important by Gerald Coetzee helped the Proteas edge out India by five wickets on the DLS Method in the second T20 International at St George’s Park in Gqeberha on Tuesday. The right-hander struck eight boundaries and a six in his 49 runs off 27 balls and was supported well by captain Aiden Markram (30) as the hosts hunted down […]

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Granting ‘Amapanyaza’ police powers puts residents at risk: ActionSA

ActionSA says the government's decision to grant the Gauteng Crime Prevention Wardens legal police status is a complete disregard for the safety of residents and the wardens. The Justice Department has designated the Crime Prevention Wardens 'Amapanyaza" to exercise peace officer powers. According to the department, the wardens, who were unveiled by Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi in April, will now assume the same legal status as Gauteng provincial traffic officers. […]

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Police outline obstacles to fighting crime in Diepsloot

As residents of Dieplsoot demand more police presence in their crime-stricken community, Johannesburg district commissioner, Max Masha, says overgrown vegetation, inaccessible roads and poor lighting are some of the obstacles to adequate policing in the area. The provincial police top brass addressed the community on initiatives to curb crime in one of Gauteng's worst affected areas yesterday. Speaking at the briefing, Masha elaborated on the challenges police face. The district […]

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South Africans win top awards at #CAFAwards2023

Banyana Banyana coach, Desiree Ellis, has won the women’s Coach of the Year Award, for the fourth consecutive time, at the CAF awards ceremony. The event was held in the Moroccan city of Marrakech last night. South African side, Mamelodi Sundowns, clinched the Ladies as Team of the Year Award,  whilst the Egyptian giants, Al Ahly, won the men's accolade. South Africa dominated the continent’s Best XI players in the […]

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‘Zahara was not only a national treasure but a global phenomenon’

South Africans are reeling from shock following the untimely passing of Bulelwa 'Zahara' Mkutukana. The multi-award-winning sensation passed away on Monday, a few weeks after she was hospitalised due to alleged liver complications. Zahara has been hailed as a musical genius from all walks of life. She captured hearts and souls with her top debut album, Loliwe, which was released in 2011. In 2012, the songstress won eight South African […]

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UN General Assembly to discuss Gaza crisis after US veto

  Political analyst, Professor Siphamandla Zondi, says he believes the United States took a risk by going against the resolution for a ceasefire in the Middle East because Washington is one of the biggest sponsors of the ongoing war. A UN security council meeting convened last week after UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres invoked the rare Article 99 in a bid to restore peace and save lives in the Gaza Strip. […]

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